Original U.S. WWII Columbia Apparel Corp Model 3 Flare Pistol - 37mm Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly This is the marking of

This is the marking of the Suhl consortium of arms makers consisting of V

The leather is well worn

but this appears to be decoration

This fine example in Silver grade is flat back and constructed of oval shaped bronzed zink

The back of the jacket had two small take-up tabs with a small metal buckle

Original U.S. WWII Columbia Apparel Corp Model 3 Flare Pistol - 37mm Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly This is the marking ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a World War Tow American Model 3 flare pistol in 37mm. It is marked "Columbia Appl. Corp. L. I. C. N. Y. U. S. A" with serial number PT 31292 and MOD 3. Features a brass frame, 8" steel barrel with lanyard ring. The barrel break open for loading, firing pin is still intact and it functions as expected. Overall condition is good.